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Casey

ACT 2913 • Australian Capital Territory

6,471
Population (2021)
$139,360
Median Household Income
2.62 km²
Area
$502/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyNew DevelopmentGrowth SuburbSuburban

About Casey

Casey is a newer residential suburb in Canberra's northern Gungahlin district, postcode 2913, within the ACT Unincorporated area. With a 2021 Census population of 6,471 — growing from 5,758 in 2016 — Casey is one of Canberra's younger but rapidly growing family suburbs. The suburb sits at an elevation of 664 metres and covers 2.6 square kilometres, forming part of Gungahlin's expanding urban footprint approximately 15 kilometres north of the Canberra CBD. Median household income sits around the Canberra average, reflecting its diverse mix of working families.

Casey offers modern housing, well-designed parks, and cycling paths throughout the suburb. Local amenities include a primary school, neighbourhood playground, and dog-friendly open spaces, with the Gungahlin Town Centre only minutes away offering a full range of shops, supermarkets, restaurants, and cinemas. The Canberra Light Rail runs from the Gungahlin Town Centre directly to the CBD, making Casey attractive for commuters. The suburb's street network was designed with walking and cycling in mind, making it more pedestrian-friendly than many of Canberra's older suburbs.

Casey falls under postcode 2913 and is governed by Unincorporated Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Yerrabi electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Australian Capital Territory
Postcode
2913
Urban Area
Gungahlin
LGA / Council
Unincorporated
Federal Electorate
Fenner
State Electorate
Yerrabi
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.17°, 149.09°
Statistical Area
Australian Capital Territory
Area
2.62 km²
Elevation
664m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$502
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
32 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2%

36 state housing + 9 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gungahlin Place (Light Rail)
1.5 km
18 min

Bus Services

  • Transport Canberra Route 51, 53 — Gungahlin Town Centre / Canberra City 25-35 min

Commute to Canberra CBD (Civic)

Distance
15 km
By Train
30-35 min via light rail from Gungahlin Place
By Car (Peak)
20-30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-22 min

🛣️ Gungahlin Drive and Federal Highway provide arterial access; light rail from Gungahlin Place

Walkability Car-Dependent

Well-designed residential suburb with good cycling paths, but most shopping requires a car or short bus ride to the Gungahlin Town Centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • ALDI
    15 Kingsland Parade, Casey ACT 2913

🎓 Schools

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,758
Census 2021
6,471
▲ 12.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$62,244
Personal Income 2021
$70,148
▲ 12.7% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$70,148 / yr
$1349/wk
Household
$139,360 / yr
$2680/wk
Family
$154,284 / yr
$2967/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,261
Born Overseas 2,033

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 448
  • 2. China 185
  • 3. Pakistan 116
  • 4. England 113
  • 5. Philippines 106
  • 6. Sri Lanka 89
  • 7. South Africa 65
  • 8. Bangladesh 57
  • 9. New Zealand 55
  • 10. Nepal 47

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,916
English 1,735
Irish 569
Indian 521
Scottish 439
Chinese 385
Italian 255
German 218
Filipino 156
Croatian 140

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,649
Both parents born in Australia
2,880
Both parents born overseas
746
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
40.0%
No Religion
37.2%
Hinduism
6.7%
Islam
5.9%
Sikhism
2.8%
Buddhism
2.7%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
654 (10.1%)
5-14 years
1,023 (15.8%)
15-19 years
337 (5.2%)
20-24 years
351 (5.4%)
25-34 years
1,211 (18.7%)
35-44 years
1,472 (22.7%)
45-54 years
717 (11.1%)
55-64 years
423 (6.5%)
65-74 years
226 (3.5%)
75-84 years
56 (0.9%)
85+ years
13 (0.2%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Casey ACT known for? +

Casey is known as one of Canberra's newer family suburbs in the Gungahlin district, featuring modern homes, well-planned street networks, parks, and easy access to the Gungahlin Town Centre and light rail.

How far is Casey from Canberra CBD? +

Casey is approximately 15 kilometres north of the Canberra CBD (Civic), about a 20–30 minute drive or a 30–35 minute light rail journey from the nearby Gungahlin Place stop.

Does Casey have public transport? +

Yes, Transport Canberra bus routes connect Casey to the Gungahlin Town Centre, and the Gungahlin Place light rail stop is approximately 1.5 km away for direct CBD access.

What is the population of Casey? +

Casey had a population of 6,471 in the 2021 Census, up from 5,758 in 2016, making it one of the more rapidly growing suburbs in the Gungahlin district.

Is Casey a good place to live? +

Casey is popular with young families attracted to its modern housing, good schools, community parks, and proximity to the Gungahlin Town Centre and Canberra CBD via light rail.

What is the postcode for Casey? +

The postcode for Casey is 2913.

What is the average income in Casey? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Casey is about $1,349 per week (around $70,100 per year). The median household income is $2,680 per week and the median family income is $2,967 per week.

What is the age profile of Casey? +

The median age in Casey is 32. The largest age group is 35–44 (1,472 residents, around 23%). Around 31% of residents are under 20 and about 5% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

How much is rent in Casey? +

In Casey, the median weekly rent is $502, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,167 (2021 Census).